Route: From Richmond Station we walk across Richmond Green to the river. We follow the towpath passing under Richmond Bridge to some boatyards. Here we leave the river to the Terrace Gardens and the Hollyhock café for coffee. The walk continues up to the top of Richmond Hill and the famous view west to the Thames much favoured by artists. We enter the Park via Richmond Gate and follow footpaths to the Pen Ponds. Taking a circular route we reach the Pembroke Lodge after 3.5 miles and our stop for lunch. The walk then descends to the Petersham Gate, its church and grave of Captain Vancouver.

We cross Petersham Meadow to the river and return to Richmond station via the Lanes.

Toilets are available at the start/finish at Richmond Station, the Hollyhock Café and Pembroke Lodge.

Take a picnic for lunch if the weather is fine or purchase a lunch at Pembroke Lodge.

Meet: The walk starts from Richmond Station at 10:15.

Travel: Either meet the walk leader and the group at Ashford station at 09.25 for the 09.42 train going to London Waterloo via Richmond or any other station for the SWR train.

 Purchase an Off-Peak Return ticket to Richmond.

Use your Senior Railcard, if you have one. If you don’t have a Senior Railcard, you can buy a discounted ticket by travelling with two other walkers.  

When signing-up for this walk please include your mobile number and whether you have a Senior Railcard or not.  If you would like to join a group of three for a discounted ticket without a Railcard please note that option. 

Leader: Neil